MAPCO
MAPCO is a privately held Honolulu-based manufacturers' representative founded in 1993 that represents 22+ commercial HVAC equipment brands and sells from local inventory to HVAC contractors across Hawaii, offering same-day or next-day product availability.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1993
- HeadquartersHonolulu, United States
- Headcount1,001–5,000
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingServices
What MAPCO does
MAPCO is a privately held manufacturers' representative firm headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, that has operated since 1993 as an intermediary between premium commercial HVAC equipment manufacturers and local HVAC contractors. The company represents 22+ branded product lines across air distribution, dampers, louvers, fans, air filtration, IAQ, noise mitigation, unitary equipment, access panels, and related accessories — including brands such as Pottorff, Cook, MetalAire, Dynasonics, LG, Nailor, Nystrom, Berner, Panasonic, AAF/Flanders, Broan Nu Tone, Filtration Group, VMC Group, FanTech, Kees, Smith Filter Corp, Spunstrand, FanAm, Casco, Artis Metals, Ventfabrics, and AJ Manufacturing.
The firm's core operational asset is its single Honolulu warehouse at 1004 Makepono St., which holds local inventory enabling same-day or next-day availability for most air distribution equipment — a structural advantage in an island market where mainland shipping introduces delay and complexity. MAPCO does not develop proprietary technology; its value to customers is product expertise tailored to Hawaii's tropical climate requirements, technical recommendations across its represented-brand portfolio, and guaranteed near-term product availability from local stock.
MAPCO earns revenue through two mechanics: commissions on sales of represented manufacturers' products, and direct product sales from local inventory. Pricing is quote-based on commercial terms (net 30 from invoice date), and the company operates an exclusively Hawaii go-to-market via direct field sales and relationship-based contractor engagement. The customer base is commercial HVAC contractors, and the company employs a LinkedIn plus downloadable Line Card and Stock Catalog as its primary digital marketing channels. MAPCO has no parent company, no subsidiaries, no disclosed funding rounds, and no public listing.
MAPCO firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- MAPCO
- Legal name
- MAPCO
- Website
- https://mapcohawaii.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1993
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 1,001–5,000 employees
- Short description
- MAPCO is a privately held Honolulu-based manufacturers' representative founded in 1993 that represents 22+ commercial HVAC equipment brands and sells from local inventory to HVAC contractors across Hawaii, offering same-day or next-day product availability.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
MAPCO industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Commercial HVAC Equipment Distribution
- NAICS
- Warm Air Heating and Air-Conditioning Equipment and Supplies Merchant Wholesalers (42373)
- SIC
- Steam & Air-Conditioning Supply (4961)
- akta.pro primary industry
- HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling) (IMAHAKAB)
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Where MAPCO is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Honolulu
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
MAPCO business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Services
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales
Revenue model
- Manufacturer Representative Commissions: MAPCO generates revenue as a manufacturer's representative (sales agent) for HVAC equipment brands, earning commissions on sales made to contractors and customers in Hawaii. The company also generates revenue through direct product sales from their local inventory, serving contractors who need immediate availability of air distribution equipment and related HVAC accessories.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels1 record
Marketing channels3 records
MAPCO product offering
Product offeringCore offering
MAPCO is a manufacturers' representative and distributor of commercial HVAC equipment serving the Hawaii market. The company represents 22+ HVAC manufacturers and stocks local inventory of air distribution equipment, dampers, louvers, fans, filtration products, IAQ solutions, air curtains, access panels, duct materials, and noise mitigation products. Sales to commercial HVAC contractors are supported by same-day or next-day product availability from MAPCO's Honolulu warehouse.
Product overview
MAPCO is a manufacturers' representative (distributor/dealer) for commercial HVAC equipment in Hawaii, established in 1993. The company does not manufacture its own products but represents a portfolio of 22+ HVAC equipment manufacturers, offering air distribution equipment, louvers, dampers, access panels, air filtration, fans, ventilation products, and related accessories. Key represented brands include Pottorff, Cook, MetalAire, Dynasonics, LG Air Conditioning, Nailor, Nystrom, Berner, Panasonic, AAF/Flanders, Broan Nu Tone, Filtration Group, The VMC Group, FanTech, Kees, Smith Filter Corp, Spunstrand, FanAm, Casco, Artis Metals, Ventfabrics, and AJ Manufacturing. MAPCO supplies these products to commercial HVAC contractors in Hawaii with local inventory and same-day or next-day availability for most air distribution equipment.
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Products and services
- Pottorff Louvers and Dampers One of the leading manufacturers of louvers and dampers in the HVAC industry, represented and stocked by MAPCO in Hawaii with same-day or next-day availability.
- Cook Air-Moving Products Quality air-moving products manufactured in the USA since 1941, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- MetalAire Air Distribution Products Complete line of air distribution and air terminal products represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Dynasonics Noise Mitigation Products Noise mitigation products for HVAC applications, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- LG Air Conditioning Systems LG residential and light commercial HVAC systems with energy-efficient technologies, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Nailor Air Control and Distribution Products Extensive product offering for quality air control and distribution products, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Nystrom Access Panels and Roof Hatches Building products including access panels and roof hatches, distributed by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Berner Air Curtains Commercial, Architectural, and Industrial Air Curtains that prevent heating or air conditioning from escaping through open doors, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Panasonic IAQ Solutions High performance, code compliant Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) solutions, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- AAF/Flanders Indoor Air Filtration Global provider of indoor air filtration solutions, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Broan Nu Tone Fresh Air Solutions Fresh air solutions including range hoods, ventilation fans, heater/fan/light combos, balanced ventilation systems, built-in heaters, attic ventilators, and residential convenience items, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Filtration Group Filtration Solutions Global market-leading provider of mission-critical filtration solutions for healthcare, clean air, and productivity applications, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- The VMC Group Vibration and Noise Control Products and services to safeguard buildings, equipment and inhabited areas from noise pollution, wind turbulence, shockwaves, vibrations and seismic activity, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- FanTech Ventilation Solutions Ventilation solutions focused on sustainability, healthy indoor environments, and regulatory compliance, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Kees Air Distribution Products Security grilles, hoods and fans to mixers, louvers and diffusers spanning over 16 product lines, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Smith Filter Corp Air and Grease Filters Highest quality air and grease filters with quick turnaround and affordable prices, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Spunstrand HVAC Duct Systems Under slab HVAC duct systems, above ground industrial and municipal duct systems, and various special applications, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- FanAm Industrial and Commercial Fans Industrial/commercial fans serving niche applications, including corrosion-resistant fans for hazardous or harsh environments, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Casco Duct and Installation Materials Multiple types of duct and materials for installation needs since 1969, distributed by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Artis Metals HVAC Products High-quality HVAC products including wall and roof vent caps, inline dampers, roof ventilators, duct pipe fittings, and chimney caps, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- Ventfabrics HVAC Fabrics and Accessories HVAC fabrics and accessories, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
- AJ Manufacturing Stainless Steel Air Distribution Custom and standard stainless steel air distribution products and ceiling systems for critical environments, represented by MAPCO in Hawaii.
Companies that use MAPCO
Customer profileSegments1 record
Ideal customer profiles1 record
MAPCO technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
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- Has API
- No
- API docs
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MAPCO partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
22 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and standard.
- PottorffcorePottorff is one of the leading manufacturers of louvers and dampers in the industry. MAPCO represents Pottorff products in Hawaii, offering same-day or next-day availability for these air distribution products.
- CookcoreCook has been manufacturing quality air-moving products made in the USA since 1941. MAPCO represents Cook's air-moving products in the Hawaiian market.
- MetalAirecoreMetalAire offers a complete line of air distribution and air terminal products. MAPCO serves as the Hawaii representative for MetalAire's product line.
- DynasonicscoreDynasonics manufactures noise mitigation products. MAPCO represents Dynasonics in Hawaii, providing contractors access to their noise control solutions.
- NailormajorNailor boasts an extensive product offering, curated through years of research and development and is a top-tier resource for quality air control and distribution products.
- LG Air ConditioningmajorLG residential HVAC provides energy-efficient comfort across the world. As an industry leader, LG residential and light commercial systems are comprised of cutting-edge technologies. MAPCO represents LG HVAC products in Hawaii.
- NystrommajorNystrom is an independent representative for a variety of building products including access panels and roof hatches. MAPCO distributes Nystrom products in Hawaii.
- BernerstandardBerner Commercial, Architectural, and Industrial Air Curtains effectively prevent heating or air conditioning from escaping through open doors, providing sizeable energy savings and personal comfort, along with insect control.
- PanasonicmajorPanasonic is a leading manufacturer of high performance, code compliant IAQ solutions that can help design beyond code without compromising interior aesthetics.
- AAF/FlandersmajorA global provider of indoor air filtration solutions helping the world protect the quality of its air. MAPCO represents AAF/Flanders air filtration products in Hawaii.
- Broan Nu TonestandardBroan/Nutone is the foremost provider of fresh air solutions in North America. Products include range hoods, ventilation fans, heater/fan/light combos, balanced ventilation systems, built-in heaters, attic ventilators.
- Filtration GroupmajorThe Filtration group is a global market-leading provider of mission-critical filtration solutions designed to enable advanced healthcare capabilities, provide clean air and facilitate productivity.
- The VMC GroupstandardThe VMC Group has a comprehensive array of products and services to safeguard buildings, equipment and inhabited areas from disruptive effects including noise pollution, wind turbulence, shockwaves, vibrations and seismic activity.
- FanTechstandardFanTech is a true master of ventilation solutions while focusing on sustainability, healthy indoor environments and regulatory compliance.
- KeesstandardKEES serves countless markets worldwide by manufacturing security grilles, hoods and fans to mixers, louvers and diffusers, that spans over 16 product lines.
- Smith Filter CorpstandardSmith Filter provides the highest quality air and grease filters with a quick turnaround and affordable prices.
- SpunstrandstandardSpunstrand has furnished miles of under slab HVAC duct systems, above ground industrial and municipal duct systems and various special applications.
- FanAm, Inc.standardFanAm has been in business for 25 years and has products mainly serving a niche in special industrial/commercial applications. A majority of their fans are corrosion resistant and applied in hazardous or harsh environments.
- CascostandardSince 1969, CASCO has multiple types of duct and materials for installation needs. MAPCO distributes Casco products in Hawaii.
- Artis MetalsstandardArtis Metals specializes in high-quality HVAC products including wall and roof vent caps, inline dampers, roof ventilators, duct pipe fittings and chimney caps.
- VentfabricsstandardVentfabrics is a reliable manufacturer of HVAC fabrics and accessories and continues to make every attempt to furnish products of the highest quality.
- AJ ManufacturingmajorAJ Manufacturing is the industry leader in custom and standard stainless steel air distribution products and ceiling systems for critical environments.
Scale indicators1 record
Recent moves4 records
Expansion highlights3 records
MAPCO competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- AC Pro: HVAC distributor carrying multiple brands of equipment, parts, and accessories for contractors in the western US. Directly comparable model and product mix to MAPCO, with similar multi-brand distribution approach.
- United Refrigeration: HVAC and refrigeration equipment and parts distributor with branches across the US. Comparable distribution model and product categories (refrigeration and HVAC supplies) to MAPCO.
- Auer Steel & Heating Supply: Regional HVAC distributor serving contractors in the Midwest US with multiple branch locations. Same business model as MAPCO — multi-brand HVAC distribution to commercial and residential contractors.
- R.E. Michel Company: Mid-sized US distributor of HVAC equipment, parts, and supplies serving contractors. Closely matches MAPCO's business model of distributing HVAC products to commercial contractors through local branches.
Broad incumbents
- Watsco: Largest HVAC distributor in North America, supplying equipment and parts to contractors through hundreds of branches. Direct model match to MAPCO's HVAC distribution focus, at much larger scale.
- Ferguson Enterprises: Largest US distributor of plumbing, HVAC, and related building products serving residential and commercial contractors. Operates the same distribution-to-contractor model as MAPCO, but at vastly greater scale and geographic breadth.
- Hajoca Corporation: Large US plumbing, heating, and HVAC distributor serving contractors. Comparable distribution-to-contractor model, though broader in product range than MAPCO's airside/HVAC focus.
- Carrier: Global HVAC OEM with a substantial commercial product line and established US rep/distributor network. Comparable in that MAPCO's contractor customers ultimately install Carrier-competitive equipment; Carrier represents both an adjacent peer and a potential channel partner/competitor.
- Johnstone Supply: HVAC-focused distributor cooperative serving contractors across the US. Comparable business model to MAPCO — distributing HVAC equipment to contractors — through a member-owned branch network.
Regional players
- Reece Group: Largest plumbing and HVAC distributor in Australia and New Zealand, operating a branch network serving trade customers. Comparable distribution-to-trade model to MAPCO, but in a different geography.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
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Frequently asked questions about MAPCO
What does MAPCO do?
MAPCO is a manufacturers' representative and distributor of commercial HVAC equipment serving the Hawaii market. The company represents 22+ HVAC manufacturers and stocks local inventory of air distribution equipment, dampers, louvers, fans, filtration products, IAQ solutions, air curtains, access panels, duct materials, and noise mitigation products. Sales to commercial HVAC contractors are supported by same-day or next-day product availability from MAPCO's Honolulu warehouse.
Is MAPCO a public or private company?
MAPCO is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was MAPCO founded?
MAPCO was founded in 1993. It employs 1,001 to 5,000 people.
Where is MAPCO based?
MAPCO is headquartered in Honolulu, United States, in the North America region.
How does MAPCO make money?
One revenue line is on record: manufacturer Representative Commissions.
Who are MAPCO's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are AC Pro, United Refrigeration, Auer Steel & Heating Supply and R.E. Michel Company. Broad incumbents are Watsco, Ferguson Enterprises, Hajoca Corporation, Carrier and Johnstone Supply. Reece Group is listed as a regional player.
Does MAPCO have an API?
No public API is recorded for MAPCO.
What industry is MAPCO in?
MAPCO's product category is Commercial HVAC Equipment Distribution. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAHAKAB, HVAC Equipment (Heating, Cooling & Air Handling). Its NAICS code is 42373 and its SIC code is 4961.